Considering Sao Paolo's natural beauty, it can be difficult for architects to give people reasons to enjoy being indoors, but the Morumbi Corporate complex, a building designed by Aflalo/Gasperini Arquitectos, manages to do so. The building harnesses nature rather than trying to outdo it thanks to an airy atrium that's filled with tropical flora.
The ground floor of the Morumbi Corporate complex is designed to serve as a public meeting space as well as a welcome area for those who work in the building. The complex is located close to the Morumbi Shopping district, so a pleasant indoor area is a great way to attract people looking to do some shopping in the newly expanding southern zone of Sao Paolo.
Forested Office Atria
Morumbi Corporate's Office Features a Verdant Interior
Trend Themes
1. Verdant Interior Design - The use of tropical flora in indoor spaces creates a calming and inviting atmosphere, offering potential for incorporating nature into office designs.
2. Public Meeting Spaces - Designing office buildings with public meeting spaces enhances engagement and creates an inclusive and welcoming environment for both workers and visitors.
3. Integration of Nature in Architecture - Architects are finding innovative ways to include nature in building design, such as incorporating green spaces and lush flora, to connect people with the natural world.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects have the opportunity to revolutionize office design by incorporating green spaces and tropical flora, creating unique and inviting work environments.
2. Real Estate - Real estate developers can create a competitive advantage by constructing office buildings with innovative and nature-inspired designs that appeal to businesses looking for unique and stimulating work environments.
3. Retail - Retailers in areas with expanding districts, like the Morumbi Shopping district, can benefit from nearby office buildings with public meeting spaces that attract potential customers and increase foot traffic.